Orajel Dry Mouth Moisturizing Gel Alternatives Compared
Orajel Dry Mouth Moisturizing Gel | Pilocarpine | Salagen |
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Orajel Dry Mouth Moisturizing Gel (glycerin) | Pilocarpine | Salagen (pilocarpine) |
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Over-the-counter
Prescribed for Xerostomia. Orajel Dry Mouth Moisturizing Gel may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. |
Prescription only
Prescribed for Xerostomia. pilocarpine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. |
Prescription only
Prescribed for Xerostomia. Salagen may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. |
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More about (glycerin) | More about Pilocarpine | More about Salagen (pilocarpine) | ||||||||||||||||
Ratings & Reviews | ||||||||||||||||||
Orajel Dry Mouth Moisturizing Gel has an average rating of 0.0 out of 10 from a total of 1 ratings on Drugs.com. |
Pilocarpine has an average rating of 5.9 out of 10 from a total of 13 ratings on Drugs.com. 46% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 31% reported a negative effect. |
Salagen has an average rating of 7.0 out of 10 from a total of 4 ratings on Drugs.com. 75% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 25% reported a negative effect. |
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Side Effects | ||||||||||||||||||
See also: Orajel Dry Mouth Moisturizing Gel side effects in more detail. |
See also: pilocarpine side effects in more detail. |
See also: Salagen side effects in more detail. |
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Generic Availability | ||||||||||||||||||
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Lower cost generic |
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Pricing and Coupons * Prices are without insurance | ||||||||||||||||||
We could not find an exact match for this medicine. Try searching the Price Guide directly. |
View all pilocarpine prices |
View all Salagen prices |
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Dosage Form(s) Available | ||||||||||||||||||
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Brand Names | ||||||||||||||||||
Other glycerin brands include: Pretz Nasal Spray | Salagen |
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Half Life The half-life of a drug is the time taken for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value. | ||||||||||||||||||
N/A |
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N/A |
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CSA Schedule ** View glossary of terms | ||||||||||||||||||
Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
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Pregnancy Category | ||||||||||||||||||
Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
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Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full pregnancy warnings document. |
Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full pregnancy warnings document. |
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Drug Interactions | ||||||||||||||||||
No known drug interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
A total of 72 drugs are known to interact with pilocarpine:
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A total of 72 drugs are known to interact with Salagen:
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Alcohol/Food/Lifestyle Interactions | ||||||||||||||||||
No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
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Disease Interactions | ||||||||||||||||||
No known disease interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
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First Approval Date | ||||||||||||||||||
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March 22, 1994 |
March 22, 1994 |
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WADA Class View World Anti-Doping Agency classifications. | ||||||||||||||||||
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More Information | ||||||||||||||||||
Patient resources | ||||||||||||||||||
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Professional Resources | ||||||||||||||||||
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** The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) schedule information displayed applies to substances regulated under federal law. There may be variations in CSA schedules between individual states.
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